Session 1 Making artificial intelligence (AI) accessible, inclusive and beneficial for all

• Start: 07/05/2025 19:00
• End: 07/05/2025 22:00

Part 1 explores actionable pathways for AI to reduce inequalities, promote innovation, and
empower communities worldwide, in line with sustainable development and the well-being
and rights of individuals. Discussions delve into the technical, ethical, and societal
dimensions of democratizing AI applications and capabilities, highlighting approaches that
ensure open and equitable access, affordability, transparency, accountability, and utility for
diverse contexts and populations. Building on the Pact for the Future, this session will
explore bridging AI gaps including through policy exchanges, knowledge-sharing, training,
and preventing brain drain.
Part 2 will highlight solutions and breakthroughs in AI that are currently improving work
conditions, creating jobs and supporting economic growth as well as advancing health and
well-being. Examples will be showcased in access to healthcare services and social
protection, and in entrepreneurial ecosystems including in developing countries. It will also
consider examples of national capacity development and funding models for promising
applications.